Fix QuickBooks Error PS038: When Running Payroll

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How to Fix QuickBooks Error PS038 When Running
Payroll?
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• When processing payroll, having the most recent
  tax tables is crucial. Sometimes, the software
  may function differently than expected, such as
  when downloading the tax tables or delivering the
  paychecks. It could come with an accompanying
  error message.
• In QuickBooks, why does PS038 keep popping up?
• Keep your version of QuickBooks up to date.
  Several program components get updated as a
  result of your actions. For example, QuickBooks
  can be used to update functions like payroll. If
  these patches aren't applied, the PS038 error can
  appear in either QuickBooks Desktop or Payroll.
• In addition to a lack of updates, there are a few
  more things to keep in mind if you encounter
  QuickBooks error PS038.
• There may be corruption or damage to the Company
  files.
• Paychecks may have been delayed while being sent
  to you.
• A newer version of QuickBooks might be available.
• Possibly, the payroll updates weren't installed
  correctly.
• You may still encounter this problem if your
  Payroll subscription needs to be updated.
• Causes of QuickBooks Error PS038
• One of the best ways to fix QuickBooks error
  PS038 is to ensure that the payroll data is
  transmitted correctly. By submitting it, you can
  rest assured that the accounting software will
  not negatively impact any stalled data, such as
  paychecks. As a result, the problem will be
  corrected. In addition, you should create a
  backup of the company file and the payroll data
  if you believe they cause the error. This may
  assist you in using both without finding the
  error code PS038.

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• After a software update, some users may find that
  their paychecks or payroll data need to be sent
  online. As a result, this can impede operations
  and trigger the accounting software's PS038
  error. Therefore, you can resend the payroll data
  by utilizing the Send Usage button and
  troubleshooting the QuickBooks error PS038.
• Method 1 Resend the Payroll Data
• Click the tab labeled "Employees."
• Then, pick the My Payroll Service option.
• Select "Send Usage Data" afterward.
• Select the "Transmit Payroll Data" button.
• Select "Send All" from the "Send/Receive Payroll
  Data" window.
• If prompted, provide the "Payroll Service Pin.
• If you followed the steps above carefully, the
  QuickBooks PS038 problem might be resolved.
  Likely, your salary checks have already been
  mailed out. Following that, try updating the
  payroll information again.
• Method 2 Restore Company Files and Payroll
  Records from the Backup
• QuickBooks error PS038 may prevent you from
  accessing payroll information or the company
  file. Both of these have the potential to cause
  issues for the users. Having a copy of both the
  data and the file is essential to ensure that
  your accounting program continues to function
  normally. As soon as you've completed those
  steps, you can put the backup to use.

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• To access QuickBooks, go to its main menu.
• Click the "File" menu item.
• Select the "Back Up Company" option.
• Choose "Create Local Backup" afterward.
• Select "Local Backup" from the "Create Backup"
  menu.
• Select the "Options" menu to fix the QuickBooks
  PS038 issue.
• Doing so will open a menu with "Backup Options."
• Select a file by clicking "Browse" here.
• Deciding where you would like the backup copy
  kept is essential.
• The initial local drive is not acceptable for
  storing the backup. Instead, pick a storage
  medium, such as a cloud-based service, a flash
  drive, or anything else.
• This should fix QuickBooks and get rid of the
  PS038 problem. You may now return to work on it.
  If the problem persists, go back over the
  procedures and see if you missed anything. Make
  adjustments after the problem has been
  identified.
• Method 3 Updating payroll in QuickBooks
• Since there have been some adjustments to the
  program that handles online payroll transmission,
  your accounting software may give you the error
  PS038. These checks might not be delivered due to
  problems like these. This means tracking down all
  of the misplaced paychecks. Make a note of the
  payrolls that have been confirmed and resend them
  afterward. As time went on, this would fix the
  QuickBooks Payroll update error PS038.
• Select the "Edit" button from the "QuickBooks
  Payroll" main menu.
• Choose the "Find" menu item next.

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• After that, select the "Advanced" option.
• Select "Choose Filter" to narrow your search.
• To get more specifics, select "Detail Level" from
  the "Filter" menu.
• Choose "Summary Only" now.
• Backtrack to the "Filter" submenu and try again.
• Proceed to the "Online Status" section.
• Method 4 Update your QuickBooks Desktop software
• Users may become stuck if the software suddenly
  stops responding when trying to update the
  payroll function. This typically occurs when
  accounting software needs to be kept up-to-date.
  This causes it to become obsolete and causes
  QuickBooks Desktop to display error PS038.
  Regular updates are essential, especially when
  working with frequently used data or files.
• Select "QuickBooks Desktop" from the menu.
• Press the "Help" tab next.
• Select "QuickBooks Desktop Update" now.
• The "Update Now" button should be tapped.
• Click the "Get Updates" button.
• Final Words
• We have seen ways to fix the QuickBooks error
  ps038. However, the payroll function may be
  accessible again until the PS038 problem is
  repaired. As an added complication, you may need
  help sending the checks and finishing other
  crucial bookkeeping tasks. You can also contact
  the QuickBooks Support Team and seek help by
  simply writing to them at info_at_axpertadvisors.com
  or giving a missed call at 1-800-615-2347.